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How To Say It

How To Say It

This is the most important part so read carefully.

  1. It is important that you stay calm regardless of what the other person's reaction may be. Breathe deeply and speak deliberately.
  2. Stay humble. Remember that your opinion is just your opinion. Allow the other person to express their thoughts about your opinion without you getting up on the high chair.
  3. Stay neutral and avoid using adjectives that will have a negative impact to the conversation.
  4. Remember to keep balance. Be respectful to the other person while being firm about your stand.

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What To Say

What To Say

When your are firm and prepared here's what you should do:

  1. Clearly state your idea or proposal, should there be any rebuttal of their end --
  2. Ask permission before disagreeing, so that it won't seem like you're being defensive --

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When and Where To Speak Up

When and Where To Speak Up

Being humiliated in public is not a great feeling to experience and it is important to note that regardless of what your stance may be, it's best to not air out your opinions in a public area.

You need to find the most suitable time to talk to this person and better if done in a private ar...

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Wait To Share

Wait To Share

Before speaking your mind, do a risk assessment first. Weigh out the consequences of what could possibly happen if you decide to speak up or keep quiet.

Moving forward, after thinking that through, take the moment to build up your case first by researching...

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Closing A Difficult Conversation

  • As the conversation comes to a close take the time to reflect back on what you've discussed, the next steps to be taken, and if there's anything left each party wants to say to the other.
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Six Principles

Six Principles

  1. Become genuinely interested in other people.
  2. Smile.
  3. Be a good listener. Encourage other to talk about themselves.
  4. Talk in terms of other person's interests.

Let the other shine .

Let the other shine .

  • The key is to state the advice simply and clearly and then let the other speak, always respecting the 80/20 rule.
  • When it comes to asking for advice, we are placing the conversation firmly on the other person's court, ...

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